Over the years, you might notice your smile gradually darkening. Eventually, your teeth might no longer look white. Instead, they can be an embarrassing shade of yellow. There’s no reason to feel insecure about your smile. Your cosmetic dentist can turn back the hands of time with teeth whitening in Melbourne. They will create a personalized treatment plan to bring new life to your smile.
Why are My Teeth Yellow?
Believe it or not, everyone’s teeth will darken over time because it is a natural part of the aging process. Over time, your enamel thins, causing more of your yellowish dentin to be visible. Besides age, genetics also plays a role in the color of your teeth, but the biggest influencers are your lifestyle choices, like smoking or poor oral hygiene habits.
The foods and drinks you consume can also tarnish your smile. Those that are acidic or darkly pigmented, like berries, coffee, or tomato products can cause your teeth to darken. No matter the cause, your dentist can revitalize your smile with a simple treatment.
How Can I Reverse Tooth Discoloration?
No amount of brushing will make your teeth whiter after they’ve discolored. You could purchase an over-the-counter product to try to brighten your teeth at home, but you’ll quickly find the treatments are ineffective. They don’t contain professional-grade whitening agents, so they won’t have much affect on your smile.
Instead, you’ll need to see your cosmetic dentist to get the results you want. After an initial consultation to ensure you’re a candidate for teeth whitening, you’re scheduled for your procedure. Your dentist will first clean your teeth and apply a cover to your gums, lips, tongue, and cheeks to protect the soft tissues from any potential irritation.
The whitening agent is applied to your teeth and a low-heat UV light is used to active the whitening gel. The light is used for three 15-minute intervals. At the end of your treatment, your teeth can be as much as 8 shades brighter.
If you’re not a candidate for a traditional whitening treatment, you might need another approach to get the bright smile you want, like porcelain veneers. Your dentist will find the cause of your discoloration to create a treatment plan that will work best.
How Long Does Teeth Whitening Last?
Your new smile can stay bright for several years with the right aftercare, like:
- Brushing your teeth at least twice a day.
- Floss every night.
- Visit your dentist at least twice a year.
- Don’t smoke or use tobacco.
- Limit your consumption of darkly pigmented foods and drinks.
Get a Bright Smile Today
You don’t need to hide behind dark tooth discoloration. Your dentist can help you achieve the confident smile you deserve with teeth whitening.
About Dr. Beverly Rose
Dr. Beverly Rose earned her doctorate in dental medicine from the University of Florida College of Dentistry. She has also completed additional training at the prestigious Las Vegas Institute. She can help you treat tooth discoloration with a whitening treatment. Contact our office today to see if you’re a candidate for cosmetic dentistry.